The Grass is Always Greener

 

The grass is always greener on the other side of the fence... 
Or, is it? 

Apparently, the original saying dates back to the Roman poet Ovid's: The harvest is always richer in another man's field. The expression is an observation on perspective -- how people often believe others have things better than they do, even when it isn't actually true. We may think our situation is ordinary or more challenging than others'.  And, it certainly might be, but we shouldn't let comparison be the thief of our joy. 

I prefer the modern twist, which is to say "The grass is always greener where you water it."

Because, we choose where or how it is important to invest our energy.


P.S. All the best for our farmer friends for a safe and abundant harvest this year!

P.P.S. Thanks for the many positive comments and feedback. I so appreciate it. Even if you don't hear back from me, it means a lot. 

Photo of me watering the grass.


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  1. AnnetteSeptember 27, 2026 at 2:29 PM

    I agree, I like the modern twist "The grass is always greener where you water it." I really like you speak to the comparison - just makes so much sense. Really enjoy your weekly posts, thank you!

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